Blog posts of '2025' 'May'

The Art of Team Building: Why Jungle Escape Remains a Training Classic

27 May 2025
For over three decades, the Jungle Escape simulation has stood as a cornerstone in team development training, captivating participants whilst delivering profound insights into team dynamics. This ingenious training tool has earned its stripes as one of the most effective and engaging ways to develop cohesive teams, and here's why it continues to enthral trainers and participants alike.
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Elevating Your Coaching Practice: Making Every Session Count with Strategic Tools and Assessments

21 May 2025
In today's fast-paced business environment, the difference between good and exceptional coaching often lies in the tools and methodologies we employ. As professional coaches, trainers, and HR managers, we're constantly seeking ways to make our sessions more impactful and create lasting change for our clients. Let's explore how combining coaching cards and scientifically-validated assessments can transform your coaching practice.
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Maximising Workshop Impact by Creating Cognitive Scaffolding

14 May 2025
Bob here (owner and GM of MLR) - As someone who's facilitated hundreds of workshops across the UK, I've discovered that the real magic of transformation doesn't begin when participants walk into the room - it starts weeks before.
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Transforming Career Coaching: Unleashing the Power of Birkman Assessments

07 May 2025
In today's rapidly evolving workplace, career coaching has become more crucial than ever. As coaches, trainers, and HR professionals, we're tasked with guiding individuals through complex career decisions. The Birkman Method®, a sophisticated assessment tool with over 70 years of scientific research, offers unprecedented insights that can revolutionise your career coaching practice.
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The Mirror and the Window: Understanding Self to Connect with Others

01 May 2025
As I sat in my first sales training session as a facilitator many years ago, I watched a seasoned sales professional struggle to understand why his proven approach wasn't working with a particular client. His frustration was palpable as he exclaimed, "I've been selling successfully for twenty years - why isn't this person buying the way everyone else does?" This moment perfectly encapsulates what Ken Keis explores in his transformative works "Why Aren't You More Like Me?" and "Why Don't You Sell the Way That I Buy?"
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